We often notice that dogs howl during the night rather than in the day. Is this because the surroundings are quiet or because dogs can see things that we can’t? Howling plays an important role for dogs, it is their way of communication. We’re often bothered when a dog howls because of the long continued […] Continue reading
Where to let your dog sleep is a decision that every dog owner makes individually. There is no hard and fast rule about where to let your dog sleep. As a dog owner, I let my pups sleep inside the house, and more often than not they sleep on the bed with me. Some people […] Continue reading
Those of you who own a dog may have noticed that they might bite from time to time. The most common reasons a dog may bite are: maternal instincts, fear, pain and possessiveness. Even the friendliest of dogs can bite or nip you given the circumstances. Here are some tips to try and help you […] Continue reading
We change our routines and take extra precaution when the temperatures drop, and the same should be done for your fur-child. Here are five tips to help keep your dog safe and comfortable this winter: Do not leave pets in the car during the winter. You wouldn’t leave your pet alone in the vehicle while […] Continue reading
Is your fur child tearing apart your backyard? The first step to training your pup to keep his paws to himself is to understand the reason why he digs. Boredom If your dog is bored he could be digging in an attempt to entertain himself. Spending long periods of time in the yard by himself […] Continue reading
Does your pup cower in the corner at the first sight of a storm? It is common for dogs to go into panic mode due to the extremely loud sounds of thunder. The hearing ability of a dog is substantially greater than that of a human, making their ears very sensitive to noise. As your […] Continue reading
Is your dog able to remember that cool trick you taught him, but seems to have no memory of chewing up your favourite pair of shoes? This is because the short-term memory of a dog only lasts up to two minutes. Dog’s live very much in the now but they do have a longer-term memory […] Continue reading
The immediate identification of poisoning is often the deciding factor that can save the life of the poor dog that has been poisoned. Poisoning occurs when a dog eats or drinks a harmful, poisonous substance. The substance causes damage to the heart, brain, kidneys and liver, and depending on what the dog has ingested it […] Continue reading
One of the biggest questions that occur to those who plan to own a dog is certainly the fear of leaving them for too long alone in the house because of work. What to do then, to better organize your commitments and avoid finding the house destroyed and a mad dog after you return? There are many small […] Continue reading
We all know that dogs love food, and will do just about anything for a treat. We teach them to sit, roll over, stay and every other trick with food as the reward. At dinner time, you may notice that your pup will sit right next to you just waiting for some of your food […] Continue reading
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